Eves footprints
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Eves footprints
Eves footprints. Cast of fossilised footprints made by an early modern human (Homo sapiens) about 117, 000 years ago. The prints were formed in wet sand by a small person, thought to have been a female, walking downhill. Due to their location and the period they date from it is possible that they were made by the most recent common ancestor of all humans alive today. The woman, named Eve, was not the only woman alive, but the only one with an unbroken line of daughters to this day. Photographed at Langebaan Lagoon in the West Coast National Park, Western Cape Province, South Africa
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Africa African Ancestor Ancient Anthropological Anthropology Cast Coast Coastal Early Human Feet Foot Print Fossil Fossil Human Fossil Man Fossilised Fossilized Geological Homo Sapiens Humans Modern Human Palaeoanthropology Palaeontological Paleoanthropology Paleontological Pre Historic Pre History Prints Rock Sand Sedimentary South Africa Tracks Walking West Coast National Park Palaeontology Predecessor Western Cape Province
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the fossilized footprints of Eve, an early modern human who walked these very sands approximately 117,000 years ago. These remarkable imprints were formed in wet sand as a small person, believed to be a female, made her way downhill. Situated at Langebaan Lagoon within the West Coast National Park in South Africa's Western Cape Province, this location and time period suggest that these footprints may have been left by our most recent common ancestor. Eve was not alone during her time but holds a unique distinction as the only woman with an unbroken lineage of daughters leading up to present times. Her legacy lives on through generations and serves as a testament to the interconnectedness of all humans today. The intricate details captured in this photograph offer us glimpses into our ancient past and shed light on our shared history. As we examine these fossilized footprints with awe and curiosity, we are reminded of the rich tapestry of life that has unfolded over millennia. This image invites us to contemplate the significance of our origins and ponder how far we have come as a species. It speaks volumes about human evolution, anthropology, paleontology, and the fascinating field of study known as paleoanthropology. As we marvel at Eve's footprints frozen in time within sedimentary rock formations along this coastal stretch, let us appreciate both their scientific importance and their symbolic representation of humanity's journey throughout history.
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